Your tuition and fees depend on your individual circumstances. Key factors that determine your costs include where you live, your enrollment status (full-time or part-time), and how your courses are delivered (on campus or online). Tuition is established by the Board of Governors of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education and is reviewed annually.
Undergraduate Admissions
Want to Attend PennWest?
You’re in the Right Place
You’re ready to embark on your academic career, and PennWest has degrees and faculty to help you every step of the way. With three campuses to choose from, our Global Online option, and hundreds of ways to get involved, you’ll be able to find a home away from home at PennWest while pursuing your dreams.
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Visit One of Our Three Campuses
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Read About Affording College
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First-year Admissions at a Glance
Important Dates and Documentation
Undergraduate applications are evaluated on a rolling admissions basis, meaning there is no application deadline. However, we encourage students to apply early, starting in the fall of their senior year. Be sure to keep these important dates in mind.
August 1
Application for admission opens. Apply Now.
October 2
Application for financial aid (FAFSA) opens. Learn more about FAFSA.
November 1
Housing application opens. Find your campus housing form.
December 15
Nursing (BSN) priority deadline.
February 1
New student orientation sign-ups begin. Sign up here
May 1
National decision-making deadline (advanced tuition deposit due)
$14 million
In-student scholarships awarded each year and 90% of students receive financial aid.
Paying for Your PennWest Education
Out-of-state, online, and international students' costs all vary. Estimating the costs associated with your academic pursuits is an important part of the admissions process. You can start to estimate your costs using PennWest’s cost calculator.
Your story is unique. At Pennsylvania Western University, we will work with you and your family to make a PennWest degree affordable and attainable. Get all the details on filling out the FAFSA and understanding student loans, as well as PennWest financial aid, scholarships, and grants.
Find your PennWest Campus
We invite you to find the campus that fits your interests, lifestyle, and ambitions. Take a virtual tour or plan a visit in person at one of Pennsylvania Western University’s locations in California, Clarion, or Edinboro.
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Visit PennWest California
Just an hour from Pittsburgh’s thriving culture, PennWest California delivers a traditional university feel, including athletics programs, best-in-class modern housing, and one of the healthiest college lifestyles in the nation.Schedule a Visit -
Visit PennWest Clarion
Located in the Allegheny Plateau region of Pennsylvania, PennWest Clarion’s small class sizes—plus supportive faculty and staff—create a personalized learning environment ideal for students who want an intimate setting along with PennWest’s extensive range of resources.Schedule a Visit -
Visit PennWest Edinboro
Home to a beautiful 250-acre lake and natural surroundings, PennWest Edinboro attracts artists and outdoor enthusiasts as a college town and resort community located 20 miles outside of Erie.Schedule a Visit
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Get Ahead, Get Answers, and Get Back on Track
Explore our resources to find answers to your questions, discover early college options, and navigate the transfer or readmission process with ease.